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The Konik Blueprint Podcast is for curious professionals in architecture, engineering, and manufacturing disciplines. Your hosts, Jen Fitzke and Tom Goettl bring over 40 years of combined technical recruiting experience in the Minneapolis, MN area and will share their perspectives on what it takes to advance your career. Special guests will include technical leaders, professionals, and internal staff. We aim to positively impact people’s lives by sharing insights that will enable professionals to advance their technical careers! Lean more about us at Koniknetwork.com!
Episodes
Monday Sep 27, 2021
Grow Your Career with Dunwoody College! A conversation with Rob Borchardt!
Monday Sep 27, 2021
Monday Sep 27, 2021
On this episode of The Konik Blueprint Podcast, Rob Borchardt, Director of Student Life and Career Services at Dunwoody College shares his insights into the esteemed college of technology and what makes them different. You'll learn so much about the college, their philosophy on Education, and how students enter and build their careers with Dunwoody!
- What is the difference between a degree from Dunwoody Technical College and a liberal arts college?
- What are the trends in new programs? For instance, we are starting to get requests for mechatronics.
- What precipitated Dunwoody’s evolution to four-year degree programs?
- What efforts does Dunwoody take to reach students of color and women to both enroll and support them during their educational careers?
- Can high school students choose Dunwoody as a PSEO option?
- What is the job market like for Dunwoody graduates?
Wednesday Sep 22, 2021
Adam Naryka, Eagle Group of Minnesota Veterans
Wednesday Sep 22, 2021
Wednesday Sep 22, 2021
Adam Naryka, President of Eagle Group of Minnesota Veterans joins the Konik Blueprint Podcast for a very insightful and powerful conversation with Jen and Tom! Adam is extremely passionate about his work with the group and shares his thoughts with us.
The Eagle Group of Minnesota Veterans, focuses on assisting military members, veterans, and their families in career transition. Adam works at U.S. Bank as the Military & Veteran Segment Strategy Lead for the firm, where he focuses on enhancing the bank's strategic efforts to serve the military and veteran marketplace across the enterprise. Adam also participates in the Proud to Serve business resource group at U.S. Bank that is structured around military members and veterans. Adam has served on the board of the Eagle Group for three years and is very involved in the military and veteran community within the Twin Cities.
We cover a wide range of topics and questions including:
- How does a veteran's job search differ from that of a civilian?
- What resources does Eagle Group of MN Veterans have available for people?
- The Eagle Group also has a Women’s Leadership Task Force. Can you tell us about their mission and the work they are doing?
- How has the organization had to pivot over the last year and a half due to the pandemic?
- What should someone expect of the meetings once back in person?
- How can people connect with or support the organization?
For more information on The Eagle Group of Minnesota Veterans, please visit:
http://www.eaglegroupmn.org/
Thursday Sep 16, 2021
The Interview Follow-Up! Keep the Post Interview Convo Going!
Thursday Sep 16, 2021
Thursday Sep 16, 2021
Episode 12! In the final three-part series, Jen and Tom discuss the art of following up after your interview and keep the conversation moving towards your offer!
The Konik Blueprint is brought to you by Konik, a recruiting company focusing on architecture, engineering, and manufacturing positions in the Midwest.
- The Thank You Letter: Paper letter or email?
- How to ask an internal referral about interview feedback.
- How to call the interviewer to discuss the next steps.
- What to do if you have not heard back from the manager when you'd hoped.
The Konik Blueprint is brought to you by Konik, a recruiting company focusing on architecture, engineering, and manufacturing positions in the Midwest.
Thursday Sep 16, 2021
How to Prepare for Your Interview! Expert Advice to Land Your Dream Job!
Thursday Sep 16, 2021
Thursday Sep 16, 2021
Episode 11! Jen and Tom focus on preparing for the interview to land your dream job!
The Konik Blueprint is brought to you by Konik, a recruiting company focusing on architecture, engineering, and manufacturing positions in the Midwest.
- You're the subject matter expert in your field and role. Focus on your strengths and b relaxed heading into the meeting.
- The Hiring Manager wants you to get the job! Knowing the manager wants you to win changes your mindset heading into the meeting.
- Practice visualization: Think thru your interview and imagine what questions you would ask and answer these questions to help you prepare.
- How to research the interviewer to learn common interests and backgrounds
- How do you prepare differently for a Zoom interview vs. in-person?
Find out more about Konik at www.koniknetwork.com!
Thursday Sep 16, 2021
Expert Resume Tips! How to Optimize Your Resume for Success!
Thursday Sep 16, 2021
Thursday Sep 16, 2021
Episode 10! Jen and Tom dive into a three-part series including The Resume, The Interview, and The Interview Follow-up!
The Konik Blueprint is brought to you by Konik, a recruiting company focusing on architecture, engineering, and manufacturing positions in the Midwest.
In the first of three episodes, Jen and Tom have a great discussion around The Resume and share tips, tricks, and how to optimize your
- What makes a great resume?
- What are resume pet peeves for Recruiters and Hiring Managers?
- How long should a resume be?
- Should References be included on the resume?
To find out more about Konik, please visit www.koniknetwork.com!